salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fontana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$2,334
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$1,799
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$110,892
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$586,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$4,801
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$147
👥 People living there
666,442
214,169
Commute to work
30.3 min
33.4 min
College degree
54.9%
21.4%
Own their home
35.7%
66.8%
Below poverty line
16.6%
9.9%
Unemployment
6.1%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Fontana cheaper to live in?
Boston and Fontana cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fontana to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $61,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Fontana.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Fontana?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $110,892 in Fontana, 5% more in Fontana.